Cast: 7m., 7w., with option for extras. The story of Jack and the Beanstalk is one of the classics of children's theatre. This play is full of magic. From the first act, when the beanstalk grows up in full view of the audience, miracles begin to happen right before your eyes. Up in the giant's house, above the clouds, Jack is nearly caught in a breathtaking chase over the stage and escapes only with the help of the giant's wife. Then, as Jack climbs toward home, there is a beautiful and magnificent scene on the beanstalk, in which the man in the moon tests his courage. Jack proves his mettle by finding a way not only to rescue the giant's wife, but also to save his own mother from Rafe Heywood's greedy schemes. When he finally chops down the beanstalk—with the giant on it—the audience is jubilant. Three sets. Peasant costumes. Approximate running time: 60 minutes.